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Peppers, sweet, green, frozen, chopped, boiled, drained, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Peppers's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Potassium (4%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus13 mg1%
Low
Sodium4 mg<1%
Low
Potassium72 mg4%
Low

About this food

Peppers (Vegetables). Vegetables are a key source of fiber and vitamins and are beneficial in CKD. Some are high in potassium, but slicing, boiling and discarding the water can remove about 30-50% of the potassium - a practical step. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Peppers's potassium reaches 4% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.

Other nutrients

Protein0.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate20 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

If you are managing mineral intake: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Peppers safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Peppers is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (4%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Peppers rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Peppers's three minerals, Potassium is highest (72 mg, 4%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Peppers?

Peppers's Potassium content is 72 mg per 100 g - 4% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Peppers safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Peppers falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 72 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Peppers compare to other vegetables foods?

How does Peppers compare within Vegetables? Its Potassium (72 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.